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FEBRUARY
Hearts Apart Dinner
One of the most difficult aspects of military life for
family members is being apart from loved ones
during holidays and special occasions. The Hearts
Apart Dinner honors their sacrifice with a elegant
Valentine’s Day theme dinner free to all spouses
of deployed military members. An evening filled
with raffle prize drawings, full-course menu, and
opportunities for new friendship, this event is the
perfect platform to show your support for the silent
SPECIAL EVENTS
MARCH
Lt. Dan Band
In March the Combat Center welcomes Gary Sinise
and the Lt. Dan Band. Among the band members
are Gary Sinise, star of CSI: New York and Forest
Gump; and Kimo Williams, a Vietnam Veteran. The
Lt. Dan Band has been performing for the USO for
many years and they consider it a priority to visit
the Combat Center. The band is very energetic
and passionate about performing for our Marines
and sailors. This is a highly anticipated and
extremely well attended family event. Last year
hundreds of families packed Sunset Cinema, for a
total attendance of over 900. Don’t let this unique
sponsorship opportunity pass you by!
APRIL
Combat Center Challenge
Between 3,500 to 4,500 Marines and Sailors come
out each year to take part in the Combat Center Challenge
on Felix Field. The day is a test of strength and
endurance as Marines compete in various competitive
sports, Hummer pull, tug of war, the Ironman, a
physical fitness test, bench press competition and so
much more! Make sure your company is part of this
exciting annual event!
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